Part-Time Faculty: SWK - Fundamentals of Social Work Practice ; Fall
Job in
Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13201, USA
Listed on 2026-06-29
Listing for:
Syracuse University
Part Time
position Listed on 2026-06-29
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Guidance Counselor: Social/Educational, Academic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The School of Education seeks an instructor to teach SWK 601 M001:
Fundamentals of Social Work Practice during the Fall semester 2026 (3 credits)
Course Description
Preparation for beginning social work interventions. Theories of practice and rehearsal of problem- solving and communication skills with individuals, families, and groups in client, target, and action systems.
Additional Course Description
This course introduces direct practice in social work. Two frameworks inform course readings and discussions, the generalist and ecological perspectives. These frameworks provide practical tools for assessing common challenges that social workers face in their practice. Through course readings, students will learn to formulate effective interventions with clients and client systems. Class exercises will be used to develop direct practice skills that apply to working with diverse communities.
Field-based assignments will advance students' conceptual grasp of the fundamentals of social work practice and build a foundation for advanced concentrations.
Qualifications
* A Master of Social Work (MSW) degree is required
* Two plus years of post-master's experience required
* Previous undergraduate and graduate-level social work teaching experience is preferred.
Job Specific Qualifications
Not Applicable
Responsibilities
* Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
* Preparation of lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
* Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
* Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
* Meeting all designated class periods.
* Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
* Grading student assignments and exams in timely manner.
* Completion and submission of CSWE competency-based student outcomes for department assessment/accreditation.
* Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
* Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
Please submit a resume/CV and cover letter.
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